The Year of the Yin Metal Ox is uniquely different from that of the current Yang Metal Rat. The Hexagram (6) of the current year speaks to conflict and arguing, while the Hexagram (45) of the Ox speaks of gathering and congregation…of coming together of many wise people to work for the benefit of the community, both on the local and global levels.

Additionally, the Feng Shui Xuan Kong central energy in the current year is the 7 Red trigram, which is energetically linked to the harsh energy of violence, bloodshed, robbery, and illness of the lungs. The new Solar year arrives on February 3 @ 10:58p) with a central energy of the 6 White trigram, which is energetically linked to positive leadership and stability.

The frenetic energy of the current Rat year will give way to the deliberate and stable energy of the Ox year. The severe, violent energy of the 7 Red Star gives way to the more benevolent and supportive 6 White Star, and that energy shift is already being felt. We can see a light at the end of the tunnel.

That’s not to say that there’s smooth sailing ahead…but there will be less trauma while we pick up the pieces. The character of the Ox is that of slow, methodical, hard work. Diligence will be required, and so we must be ready to put our shoulder to the plow and accept the burden of rebuilding or re-creating something new in the wake of the current disaster.

The other aspect of this year is that as of the Winter Solstice, it marked the beginning of the transition to the next Era/Period. We are moving from an earth energy to a fire energy. This will come to full form in February of 2024, but its energy is already beginning to show up in technological innovation and a hopeful outlook. You can bring more fire into your life through conscious decisions and a hopeful attitude.

Let’s take a look at the Xuan Kong/Flying Stars for the year of 2021:

Central Energy: 6 White Metal- is associated with “Heaven” energy, and is associated with wealth & power. It is connected to the father/husband or eldest male of the household. It can also be the CEO or President of a company or leader of a country. 6 White is known as Hard Metal and associated with Jewelry, since it’s beautiful on the outside and firm on the inside. It is hosted by Earth energy, which produces Metal, so this is productive and stable energy. You’ll feel this stable energy in every building in 2021…and it will be inherited as part of the natal chart of all new construction.

Northwest: 7 Red Metal (violence) is hosted by Metal energy, giving this violent star even more energy. We’ve already seen what the 7 Red is capable of, so this is a zone that we don’t really want to activate. If this zone is in a bathroom or closet/storage, all the better. If it’s at a front door, you’ll want to be mindful of security. Water can help mitigate this energy.

West: 8 White Earth (wealth) is hosted by Metal, so even though this is a star of prosperity, it’s not going to achieve it’s full potential in this reductive zone. However, this isn’t an area of concern, so if it’s located at the main entry or in any areas that are often occupied, that activation will be favorable.

Northeast: 9 Purple Fire (expansive, joyful) is hosted by Earth, which reduces Fire, so once again, it will not achieve its full potential. While the Star is favorable, the Annual Affliction of the Tai Sui sits here this year, so keep this area quiet, tidy, and no construction or earth work. This isn’t a good location for an entry that has a lot of activity. Use an alternative, if possible…and if not, keep this area as peaceful as possible. Sitting with your back to the NE will provide support from the Grand Duke…but don’t face it as it is considered a challenge.

South: 1 White Water (fame, luck) is hosted by Fire, which is conflicting energy that can create tense or conflicting energy. Be mindful of this, especially if this is a bedroom. This conflict can be mitigated with Earth.

North: 2 Black Earth (illness) is hosted by Water, which brings conflict. Be mindful of the conflicting energy here. Keep it peaceful, tidy, and there should be no construction or earthwork here this year. Introduce metal to create a productive cycle.

Southwest: 3 Jade Wood (quarrels/disputes/lawsuits) is hosted by Earth, which is in conflict. The Sui Po also resides here this year, which, when activated, will agitate the Tai Sui (NE). Keep this zone quiet, tidy, and no construction or earthwork. Fire will create a productive cycle and release the tension here.

East: 4 Green Wood (academics, relationships) is hosted by Wood, so will be well supported. This is a good area for studying or learning a new skill. However, the Three Sha will be centered in this area, so activation will agitate the Three Killings energy. To help mitigate this, add a bright light in the corner.

Southeast: 5 Yellow Earth (disaster), also known as the Wu Wang, is the most disastrous star of the year. It is hosted by Wood, which controls it…creating a lot of tension. It’s best to avoid activation of his area. Definitely no construction or earthwork here this year. Metal will help take the edge off.

Note: this is a universal energy grid for 2021. Your home or building has a natal chart that can interact with this annual energy with a different outcome and change how you navigate the annual energy. For a personalized audit, contact me through this website or email me at HelenKstyles@gmail.com